Manufacturing Finance Controller — Plant Floor Partner

STEM Search Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing firm is looking for a Mid-Senior level Financial Controller to lead financial operations in a high-volume plant setting in South Carolina. The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing accounting and a strong understanding of costing and variance analysis. The successful candidate will partner with various teams to enhance financial performance and drive improvements. Offering stability and potential for advancement, this position is ideal for finance professionals seeking impactful, hands-on roles.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of manufacturing accounting or financial management experience in automotive.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into operational actions.
• Strong relationship-building skills across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and insights for plant operations.
• Own standard costing, variance analysis, and month-end reporting.
• Lead initiatives to improve inventory accuracy and optimize working capital.

Skills

Manufacturing accounting

Standard costing

Variance analysis

Inventory accounting

ERP systems knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

A leading automotive manufacturing firm is looking for a Mid-Senior level Financial Controller to lead financial operations in a high-volume plant setting in South Carolina. The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing accounting and a strong understanding of costing and variance analysis. The successful candidate will partner with various teams to enhance financial performance and drive improvements. Offering stability and potential for advancement, this position is ideal for finance professionals seeking impactful, hands-on roles.